Customer-First Sales Associate & Merchandising

Dollar General

Bakersfield (CA)

On-site

USD 29,000 - 36,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Dollar General in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Sales Associate to welcome customers, help locate merchandise, operate the cash register, and maintain store appearance. You’ll assist with stocking, displays, and basic safety standards while contributing to a friendly shopping experience.

This role emphasizes strong communication, reliability, and the ability to stand and walk throughout shifts in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills.
Understanding of safety policies and practices.
Ability to read and follow planogram and merchandise presentation guides.
Knowledge of basic cash handling procedures.
Basic mathematical skills.
Ability to perform cash register functions.
Ability to stock merchandise.

Responsibilities

Provide excellent customer service, greet and assist customers.
Operate cash register and scanner to itemize and total customer's purchase, collect payment from customers and make change, bag merchandise, and assist customers with merchandise as necessary.
Follow company merchandise processes; unpack, stock, restock, and rotate merchandise on shelves and build merchandise displays.
Clean the store, take out trash, dust and mop store floors, clean restroom and receiving room, and help set up sidewalk displays.